On 9 July 2012, HM the King Norodom Sihamoni presided over the Tree Day celebrations in Banteay Srey district, Seam Reap province. Present on this solemn occasion, Samdech Chauvea Veang Kong Sam Ol Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Royal Palace, H.E. Mr. Sar Kheng deputy Prime Minister and Interior Minister, H.E. Mr. Tea Banh deputy Prime Minister and National Defense Minister, Parliamentarians,Senators, Senior Government officials, Diplomatic Corps and international Organizations , Civil Servants, local Authorities and Population, Students and teachers of Seam Reap province.